A Global Review of the Impact of Critical Minerals Mining on Indigenous Lands and Cultural Heritage
Project Description
Following a review of secondary literature on the multifaceted effects of critical minerals mining on Indigenous communities and their cultural heritage, this year’s UROP will prepare a journal-ready paper for submission by the end of the Spring 2026 term. Additionally, the project will develop a comprehensive research proposal that includes research questions, project objectives, methodologies, and appropriate instruments. The aim is to create a coherent, fundable research proposal that effectively addresses the challenges faced by Indigenous communities related to critical minerals mining.
Supervisor
DELINA Laurence Laurencio
Quota
3
Course type
UROP1000
UROP1100
UROP2100
UROP3100
UROP3200
UROP4100
Applicant's Roles
The UROP student will (1) synthesise findings from the literature review to prepare a journal-ready paper, ensuring it meets academic standards for submission by the end of the Spring 2026 term. In parallel, the student will (2) develop a research proposal that articulates clear research questions and project objectives. This includes designing appropriate methodologies and selecting relevant instruments to ensure rigour and feasibility in the proposed research. Throughout the process, the student will ensure that the research proposal is coherent and formulates a compelling argument for funding, addressing the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in relation to critical minerals mining.
Applicant's Learning Objectives
1. To develop skills in synthesising literature findings into a coherent, journal-ready paper that adheres to academic standards for publication.
2. To formulate clear and impactful research questions and project objectives that align with the needs of Indigenous communities affected by critical minerals mining.
3. To design appropriate research methodologies and select relevant instruments, ensuring rigour and feasibility in the proposed research process.
4. To create a compelling and coherent research proposal that effectively addresses funding criteria and highlights the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in relation to critical minerals mining.
2. To formulate clear and impactful research questions and project objectives that align with the needs of Indigenous communities affected by critical minerals mining.
3. To design appropriate research methodologies and select relevant instruments, ensuring rigour and feasibility in the proposed research process.
4. To create a compelling and coherent research proposal that effectively addresses funding criteria and highlights the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in relation to critical minerals mining.
Complexity of the project
Challenging